ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEDGE TRIMMERS
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This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Recommendations for the use of a residual current
device with a rated residual
current of 30mA or less.
Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut
material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed material.
A moment of inattention while
operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When
transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the
cutter blades.
Keep cable away from cutting area.
During operation the cable may be hidden
in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
Do not Expose the Hedge trimmer to rain.
If cordset is cut or damaged remove it immediately from the power point.
Disconnect the trimmer from the mains supply when you have finished work,
before cleaning or if you have been interrupted.
This trimmer has been designed to cut soft, new growth and should not be used
on branches, hard wood or other forms of cutting.
Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off the machine and
disconnecting it from the mains supply.
If you are interrupted when operating the trimmer, complete the process and
switch off before looking up.
Never allow untrained users or children to use the trimmer.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the
cutter blades.
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